The Portuguese Institute of Atmosphere and Sea (IPMA) has issued a red warning for sea agitation on the north coast of Madeira and Porto Santo. The national meteorological service had already issued an orange warning for the region, but upgraded it to red due to the worsening weather conditions. The…
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The public transport strike scheduled for tomorrow will affect Horários do Funchal, CAM, and Siga Rodoeste buses. However, the final decision will be made by the workers in the early hours of tomorrow morning. Manuel Oliveira, union leader of the National Union of Drivers and Other Workers (SNMOT), confirmed that…
The Institute of Forests and Nature Conservation (IFCN) advises that all classified walking routes in the Region are closed due to bad weather. They further advise that all routes will remain closed while weather warnings are in place. In a statement, the IFCN add: “It is advisable to all to…
The Ministry of Infrastructure and Housing announced today the approval, by the Council of Ministers, of the new Social Mobility Allowance for regular travel between the mainland and inter-island connections. “This decree-law creates a uniform and single legal regime, with a view to simplification, efficiency and equal treatment between the…
With bad weather conditions set to continue, the Porto Santo Line (PSL) has advised that tomorrow’s sailing (8th of March) has been cancelled. For further information please contact the Porto Santo Line booking office on: (+351) 291 210 300, WhatsApp (+351) 962 025 500 or infopsl@gruposousa.pt, from Monday to Friday…
The Porto Santo Line has issued a statement confirming that they have cancelled their scheduled sailings on the 7th and 8th of March due to bad weather forecasts. The company says that the weather conditions could jeopardise the safety of its ship and passengers.” Alternatively, people can travel tomorrow, the…
Europeans traveling to the United Kingdom will be required, starting on the 2nd of April, to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travelling. An ETA costs £10.00 or €12.00 and is now available online. However, the current price will increase to ÂŁ16.00 in the future, but no date has…
Passengers residing in Madeira or Porto Santo, tranferring through the region’s airports with another island of the archipelago as their final destination, will soon be exempt from the collection of security fee (PT) and service fee to passengers (YP). This measure is part of a proposal for a decree-law of…
During a presentation, the Public Security Police (PSP), confirmed that in 2024, 3,845 traffic accidents were recorded, resulting in 12 deaths, 73 serious and 1,158 minor injuries. Compared to 2023, there was an increase of 5.5% in the total number of accidents and 3.3% in minor injuries. According to the…
After undergoing its annual service at the shipyards in Viana do Castelo, the Lobo Marinho (Porto Santo Ferry) arrived back in Madeira on schedule. The ship, which is now seen as more sustainable and comfortable, through the installation of new equipment and furniture, will resume its regular maritime connection between…
Six men of foreign nationality, aged between 17 and 66 years old were detained by the Security Squad and Border Control at Madeira Airport for forged documents and the possession of a prohibited weapon. According to the PSP, the crimes took place at two different times. Four men were detained…
Given the worsening weather conditions, the Regional Civil Protection Service has made the following recommendations. • Ensure the clearance of rainwater drainage systems and removal of aggregates and other objects that may be dragged or create obstacles to the free flow of water; • Ensure adequate fastening of loose structures,…
Public Security Police intercepted and questioned 700 passengers at Madeira International Airport. An increase of 61% in 2024. Most issues related to documentation and the guardianship of minors. Samantha Gannon info at madeira-weekly.com
The Regional Command of the Public Security Police has issued a statement disclosing the location of the speed radars for February. On the 13th, the PSP’s radar will be positioned at Rua 5 de Outubro, in Funchal, from 10:00. On the 20th, the police will monitor speed on Estrada de…
As part of the transition to the new integrated ticketing system of the Autonomous Region of Madeira, which began on the 1st of July 2024, and considering the guidelines of the Regional Authority – Institute for Mobility and Transport, Horários do Funchal (HF) will resume it’s pre-paid service for all…